Kate Ashfield (born 28 May 1972) is an English actress and screenwriter, who has appeared in stage, TV and film roles, most famously in her role as Liz in the 2004 zombie comedy '' Shaun of the Dead''. She is the co-writer of the 2017 TV series '' Born to Kill''.

Early life

Ashfield was born on 28 May 1972 in Birmingham England. Her interest in acting started at an early age, and she later pursued her passion by studying drama at Rose Bruford College.

Career

Ashfield's acting profession began in the nineties. She appeared in numerous theatre, TV series and movies, including '' Shaun of the Dead'', ''Secrets & Lies'' and '' Sanditon''. In 2004, Ashfield won the Best Actress award at the

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for her role in the movie '' Late Night Shopping''. She has also received rewards for her performances in '' This Little Life'', '' The Baker'' and '' Line of Duty''. In addition to her acting on screen, Ashfield has appeared in several stage productions, including '' Blasted'' and '' Shopping and F**cking''.

Filmography

Awards and nominations

She has won three awards out of eight nominations: *2000

, Best Actress, ''The Low Down'' – nominee *2001 British Independent Film Awards, Best Actress, '' Late Night Shopping'' – winner *2001

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Shooting Stars Award, Actress – winner *2003 British Independent Film Awards, Best Actress, '' This Little Life'' – nominee *2004

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, Best Female Actor, ''This Little Life'' – winner *2005 Empire Awards, Best British Actress, '' Shaun of the Dead'' – nominee *2017 British Screenwriters’ Awards, Best Crime Writing on Television (Series/Single Drama), ''Born to Kill'' – nominee *2018 BAFTA Cymru Awards, Best Television Drama, ''Born to Kill'' – nominee

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Ashfield, Kate 1972 births Living people Comedians from Greater Manchester English women comedians Alumni of Rose Bruford College English film actresses English television actresses English stage actresses English voice actresses People educated at King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls People educated at King Edward VI Five Ways Actresses from Oldham 20th-century English actresses 21st-century English actresses